Chef Notes

Meyer lemons are citrus fruit native to China, thought to be a hybrid blend of mandarin, lemon, and orange. They are smaller and sweeter than regular lemons. Their skin is slightly orange and their taste is tangy, but only slightly acidic compared to lemons or limes.

A double boiler consists of a bowl placed on top of a pot of shallow, boiling water. The steam from the water heats the bowl and its contents. This indirect heat helps food cook gently at an even, consistent temperature. Double boilers can be purchased from most kitchen supply stores, or made at home with any pot and either a glass or metal bowl.

Lemon custard is similar to lemon curd, which tends to be more piquant than custard. To learn about the process of making lemon curd, visit Chef Daniel Oseas' "How to Make Homemade Lemon Curd" tutorial located at the bottom of the page.